Classic Controversial

Pakistan Authorities Tighten Grip on Power With Controversial Legal Changes

Critics of the government have accused it of taking the country in an increasingly authoritarian direction in a bid to fend off any challenge from Imran Khan.

World - The Wall Street Journal - November 7

After controversial snub, 'Piano Lesson' returns Danielle Deadwyler to Oscar race

Two years ago, the actor found herself in an Oscars controversy after being snubbed for 'Till.' Now she returns with 'Piano Lesson' — and awards watchers predict payback.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - November 7

Italy takes more migrants to controversial Albanian asylum centre

World - Yahoo News - November 8

California air regulators approve controversial standards that could affect gas prices

California regulators have approved plans to strengthen the state's carbon reduction standards — a move that opponents fear could drive up gasoline prices. The decision, which occurred following a ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Coote in the act: Halsey, Attwell and other great referee controversies

From match-fixing to an official ‘making an idiot’ of himself by celebrating, we look back at five notable incidents. Mark Halsey, a former Premier League referee, claimed in 2016 he was put under ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

The Michael Strahan National Anthem Controversy Shouldn’t Make You Mad

Criticizing Strahan’s conduct becomes a more difficult exercise when taking his family history into account, a columnist for The Athletic writes.

Sports - The New York Times - 3 days ago

Trump 'challenging' Republican senators with controversial Cabinet picks: ANALYSIS

Donald Trump was elected with a mandate last week. He's now using it to challenge Republican senators to confirm his Cabinet picks.

Trump picks Matt Gaetz as attorney general, sparking controversy

President-elect Donald Trump's choice of Florida Rep. Matt Gaetz to serve as attorney general sent shockwaves through the Justice Department and both sides of the political aisle Wednesday. Gaetz, ...

George Conway: Controversial Trump picks 'truly as bad as you can imagine'

Pundit George Conway, an outspoken Republican critic of President-elect Trump, said the recent Cabinet picks are "truly as bad as you can imagine." He singled out the nominations of Robert F. ...

Politics - The Hill - Yesterday

Texas court clears way for controversial execution of Robert Roberson

The Texas Supreme Court has made a decision that will allow the controversial execution of Robert Roberson to proceed. Roberson was found guilty of killing his 2-year-old daughter in 2002 and his ...

RFK. Jr's controversial health stances, from vaccines to raw milk

Donald Trump wants Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to be his health and human services secretary. But Kennedy has spread misinformation about vaccines, fluoride, raw milk and other health topics. Here's what ...

Politics - NBC News - Yesterday

Georgia's controversial College Football Playoff ranking a reminder that this is supposed to be hard

The 12-team CFP naturally leads to increased scrutiny and more debates regarding deeply flawed teams. That's a feature, not a bug.

Sports - Yahoo Sports - 2 days ago

Katie Taylor retains titles with controversial win over Amanda Serrano

Taylor remains undisputed super lightweight champion All three judges score rematch 95-94 to Taylor Katie Taylor remains the undisputed super lightweight champion of the world after she narrowly ...

World - The Guardian - Yesterday

Katie Taylor and Amanda Serrano ends in controversy, but bout was still a triumph for women's boxing

Katie Taylor leaves Texas today as undisputed world junior welterweight champion, Amanda Serrano can be seen as the bloodied star of Friday's Netflix hit.

Sports - ESPN - 16 hours ago

Draymond Green's controversial foul on Zach Edey upgraded to Flagrant 1

The incident took place in the third quarter, well before Green was ejected in the fourth quarter on Friday

Sports - CBS Sports - 13 hours ago

Farmers should 'look calmly' at controversial tax plans, says minister

Daniel Zeichner insists the "vast majority of farmers" will not be affected by inheritance tax plans.

McConnell may play key role on Trump’s controversial Cabinet picks

Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) will be under the microscope when it comes to President-elect Trump’s most contentious Cabinet nominees, with senators watching closely to see if he ...

Politics - The Hill - 1 hour ago

Dodgers vs. Yankees World Series: Five things to know about 2024 Fall Classic between storied franchises

Los Angeles and New York will meet in the World Series for the 12th time

Sports - CBS Sports - October 21

Yankees and Dodgers meet in World Series for 12th time: See list of MLB's most common Fall Classic matchups

The Yankees hold a dominant lead in the franchise matchups between the two clubs

Sports - CBS Sports - October 21

2024 World Series: Ticket prices for Yankees vs. Dodgers Game 1 soar above previous Fall Classics

The current get-in price for Game 1 at Dodger stadium is over $1,200

Sports - CBS Sports - October 22

Humble's Atari Bundle Features All 10 Recharged Classics And Atari 50 Celebration For Only $20

Early Atari games helped define video games as we know them with classics like Centipede, Asteroids, and Missile Command. For the legendary company's 50th anniversary in 2022, it released Atari 50: ...

Tech - GameSpot - October 22

2024 World Series: Unsung heroes who lifted Yankees and Dodgers into MLB's marquee Fall Classic

The 2024 World Series opens Friday in Los Angeles

Sports - CBS Sports - October 24

Wu-Tang Clan's RZA announces free L.A. show for his classical album, 'A Ballet Through Mud'

Wu-Tang Clan mastermind RZA will bring his first classical album, 'A Ballet Through Mud,' to life on Nov. 4 at the Los Angeles Theater.

Entertainment - Los Angeles Times - October 24

Khatia Buniatishvili is a classical music superstar. Her new album honors Mozart — in her own way

Khatia Buniatishvili has been one of the most well-known classical musicians for more than a decade

Entertainment - ABC News - October 25

Dodgers' Evan Phillips left off World Series roster as Yankees also make changes before Fall Classic

Lefty reliever Alex Vesia and right-hander Brusdar Graterol added to Dodgers roster after recovering from injuries

Sports - CBS Sports - October 25

2024 World Series predictions: Yankees-Dodgers expert picks as MLB powerhouses meet in Fall Classic

CBS Sports' MLB staff makes their World Series and MVP picks ahead of Friday's Game 1